LONDON — In a bid to revitalize urban space and accommodate the growing demand for housing, A.J. Clarke & Associates Ltd. has been entrusted by LJM Developments Ltd. to oversee planning services for a transformative development at 359 Wellington Road in London.
The endeavour involves the amalgamation of an additional property located at 657 Base Line Road, thereby expanding the development parcel.
Situated at the southwest corner of Wellington Road and Baseline Road East, the development area currently comprises a vacant lot at 359 Wellington Road and a single detached dwelling at 657 Baseline Road East, along with an accessory structure, all slated for demolition to pave the way for the proposed project.
The consolidated parcel boasts an approximate frontage of 31 metres along Baseline Road East and 33.5 metres along Wellington Road, encompassing an area of about 1,552 square metres.
The surrounding neighbourhood presents a blend of institutional, commercial, and residential uses, with Wellington Road serving as a crucial link between downtown London and Highway 401, designated as a Rapid Transit Boulevard.
The focal point of the development is a 23-storey residential tower, including a six-storey podium, aiming to introduce 250 new residential units to the area.
The unit distribution includes 160 one-bedroom units, 74 two-bedroom units, and 12 three-bedroom units.
Access to the development will be facilitated through Baseline Road East, leading to four levels of underground parking, drop-off zones, and short-term delivery spots strategically concealed from street view.
Parking provisions entail 118 spaces underground, along with 192 bicycle parking spaces.
Outdoor amenity space is designated for the rooftop of the podium’s seventh floor, complemented by indoor amenity areas at grade level, fronting both Base Line Road and Wellington Road.
Additionally, an 11.3-meter road widening along Wellington Road will accommodate the forthcoming London Bus Rapid Transit System.
The project aligns with the optimization of underutilized urban lands, promoting compact development within the Urban Boundary and Built Area Boundary.
Its strategic location within the Rapid Transit Corridor, coupled with adjacent rapid transit stops, underscores its commitment to multimodal transportation and leveraging public transit investments.
Zoning adjustments are integral to the realization of the project’s vision.
Currently zoned SS1 Automotive Service Station Zone 1 and Residential R1 Zone with Zone Variation 6 and Bonus Zone 43, the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment seeks to rezone the lands to Residential R9 Zone with specific exceptions tailored to accommodate the development’s parameters.
The exceptions include adjustments to exterior yard depth of 0.8 metres, lot coverage of 61%, minimum landscaped open space of 14%, bicycle parking minimum of 1.0 spaces per unit (250 bicycle parking spaces), maximum height of 72.9 metres, density of 1391 units per hectare, and floor space index (FSI) of 10.3.
As the subject lands lie within the Rapid Transit Corridor, minimum parking requirements are waived, further incentivizing transit-oriented development.
The proposed development heralds a significant step towards revitalizing urban space, addressing housing needs, and embracing sustainable, transit-oriented living in London.
Pending regulatory approvals, it stands poised to reshape the city skyline and set a precedent for innovative urban development initiatives.
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